November 21, 2022
A fusion of Native American, Spanish, Mexican and American influences, Santa Fe is one of the country’s most culturally and historically significant destinations. Nicknamed “the City Different,” it is the oldest capital in the United States, originally founded as a Spanish colony in 1610. It enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine a year and […]
November 3, 2022
Mexico is a very large country with diverse landscapes so it only stands to reason that there are a multitude of unique places to visit, some well-known and others less discovered. Mystical cenotes, shimmering turquoise beaches, steamy jungles, ancient ruins, authentic pueblo magicos (magic towns), cliff-hanging hot springs, and petrified waterfalls are just a few […]
October 11, 2022
Madrid, a dynamic city overflowing with history and gastronomy, is one of the most popular cities in all of Europe and a year-round destination with each season offering something new to explore. It’s a great place to base yourself to embark on some fantastic day trips from Madrid. The Spanish capital has a lot to […]
September 27, 2022
The capital and second-largest city in South Carolina, Columbia may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think about fun things to do. But it should. The vibrant city is known not only for its southern charm, important history, a community of artists, collegiate excellence, and superb gastronomy but there are […]
September 15, 2022
Sunny Lisbon is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Strategically standing on the estuary of the Tagus River, the city has a long and rich history dating back to the Romans. It’s a safe city with old-world charm, a temperate climate, delicious traditional cuisine, and many things to do in Lisbon to attract […]
September 14, 2022
Stockholm represents the best of land and sea – a vibrant city surrounded by an idyllic Baltic archipelago and a large lake, rich culture, and history, juxtaposed against an urban area of sleek design and trendy fashion. On my first visit to Stockholm, I opted to do the Stockholm in One Day Tour because it offered […]
September 8, 2022
French Polynesia might be the closest thing to paradise on earth and a bucket list destination for millions of tourists. An overseas collectivity of France, it encompasses 118 islands and atolls (76 inhabited) in the South Pacific. French Polynesia is divided into five archipelagos known as the Austral, Gambier, Marquesas, Society, and Tuamotu archipelagos. The […]
September 7, 2022
It’s nothing short of surreal… A man “on fire” with fire coral flaring out of his eyes, nose and ears… A small smiling girl looks up to the surface… A group of businessmen with their heads in the sand, oblivious to the world around them… No, these are not real people, but just a few […]
September 1, 2022
I was surprised by how much I liked Madrid! Usually, I’m not a big city person, but the vibe in Madrid was so full of culture and history with so many Madrid attractions to explore, that I found myself enchanted by this urban metropolis. Spain’s capital is a city of elegant boulevards and sprawling manicured […]
August 26, 2022
Located at the top of the Yucatan peninsula, Isla Holbox, or Holbox Island (pronounced hole-bosh), is the best Mexican beach destination, hands-down! Think of a dreamy paradise without the crowds and chaos of Tulum or Playa del Carman, with sugar sand translucent turquoise beaches lined with swaying coconut palms. Add to that a colorful boho […]